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Guinea-BissauThe weather in May in Bissau
It's hot in May in Bissau with an average temperature of 35°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 25°C.
May is a good month to be in Bissau for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2023, Bissau reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2014. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 20°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Bissau is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 27 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in May for Bissau
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bissau. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bissau | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 35°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 27 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 5 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bissau with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 35°C, with nights around 25°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bissau is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bissau
Temperature in May in Bissau over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bissau
Total precipitation in May in Bissau over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bissau
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bissau, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bissau by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bissau. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.